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The opening of the AUSTAFE 2008 conference was celebrated with a simultaneous launch and cocktail party in Second Life and Real life. The conference, "forging dynamic futures" was kicked off at the National WIne Centre in Adelaide, and as a surprise tech twist a large video of Second life celebrations was projected. At the same time as a sound and video of the Real life event was broadcast in second life. The speeches, music, dancing and fun were a shared experience and curious guests peered into (and out of) the parallel event worlds.



Speeches by Michael and Werner were broadcast simultaneously in Second life. Michael talked about the potential of Second Life in education, as a tool for learning, for delivering content such as lectures, and for breaking down barriers of disability, race and distance.  

 The event was a real hit on both sides of the screen

After the formalities, the guests on either side of the virtual divide kicked up their heels and mingled to the sounds of Adelaide band Old Dogs Can.

The event was popular, and a second venue was created used to cater for the larger than average crowd on the night.

This new venue is yet to be officially named, but is spread over 4 sims, allowing 4 times the number of avatars to assemble in one place.